overconsumption

British  

/ ˌəʊvəkənˈsʌmpʃən /

noun

1. the state or an instance of consuming too much food, drink, fuel, etc

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Example Sentences

Climate change and human overconsumption are killing the Great Salt Lake, Terry Tempest Williams writes.

From New York Times

“But water is in deep trouble. We are draining humanity’s lifeblood through vampiric overconsumption and unsustainable use, and evaporating it through global heating. We’ve broken the water cycle, destroyed ecosystems and contaminated groundwater.”

From Los Angeles Times

Here are some tips to help you break up with overconsumption.

From Washington Post

Staffers, some of whom have used illegal drugs themselves, watch for signals of overconsumption or other needs, from advice on injection technique to more complicated help.

From Seattle Times

“To avoid being cheugy, you must constantly replace your material possessions. Using this word sends a message that drives overconsumption and stifles individuality — great for corporations, but terrible for our planet and sense of self.”

From Seattle Times